Brass Foil Backed with Paper

Thin brass foil (copper-zinc alloy) of 0.12 mm thickness, backed with paper for electrical insulation applications. Classified under HTS 7410.22.00.00 as copper alloy foil backed with paper, thickness not exceeding 0.15 mm. Meets brass alloy definition with zinc predominant over other elements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.5%+35.0%36.5%
🇲🇽Mexico1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇨🇦Canada1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇩🇪Germany1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇯🇵Japan1.5%+10.0%11.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7410.12.00Lower: 36% vs 36.5%

If of refined copper, not alloy

Pure copper foil (not alloy) with paper backing falls under 7410.12, lacking zinc or other alloying elements.

7410.21Lower: 11.5% vs 36.5%

If unbacked

Same alloy foil without any backing material is classified under unbacked copper alloy foils.

8306.29.00.00Lower: 10% vs 36.5%

If processed into statuettes or ornaments

When fabricated into decorative finished goods rather than raw foil, moves to Chapter 83 base metal articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide mill test certificate confirming copper-zinc alloy composition per subheading note (a), with zinc > other elements

Verify backing material is paper-based; plastic backings shift to unbacked classification if misdeclared